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Dundonald, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Dundonald is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,670. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.3 /5.0
A Great
2,670 Population 432/sq mi density
125 ft Elevation 38 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
41.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$54,707 Median Income
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$54,707 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$214,941 home value, $1,368/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Dundonald

Dundonald

Dundonald is a village in South Ayrshire, Scotland.

People

Population2,670
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density432/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,707
Per Capita$54,707
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$214,941
Rent$1,368
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units1,068

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation125 ft (38 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population2,670
Population Density432 / sq mi
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates55.5794°, -4.5947°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation41.9 inches (1,065 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$54,707
Median Age40.6 years

About Dundonald

Dundonald is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,670. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Dundonald has a population of 2,670 with a density of 432 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents.

Population

2,670
Total Population
432
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Dundonald vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Dundonald is $54,707, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,707 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,052, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 243 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Dundonald vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,707
27% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$54,707
Avg Weekly Wage$1,052

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)243

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dundonald is $214,941, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,368 (18% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,068 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,941
24% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,368
18% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units1,068

Property Tax

Dundonald experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density432/sq mi
Coordinates55.5794°N, 4.5947°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.9"
10% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.80"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 105 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 119 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 67 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 150 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 80 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 68 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 105 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 101 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 71 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 62 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 145 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 66 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 120 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
720 HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) Questionable Earthquake 141 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 3.2 in
March 42°F (5°C) 3.5 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
July 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.2 in
October 49°F (10°C) 4.8 in Wettest
November 44°F (6°C) 4.6 in
December 41°F (5°C) 4.4 in

Dundonald has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 39°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.8") and April the driest (2.2").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density432/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Dundonald

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dundonald Primary School
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Radio Stations near Dundonald

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Linn Classical classical MP3 320 kbps
Clyde Built Radio arts, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Linn Jazz jazz MP3 320 kbps
Celtic Music Radio MP3
Orryy Live 24/7, bouncy MP3
Capital FM Glasgow AAC 48 kbps
Buena Vida community radio, multi genre MP3 192 kbps
Impact-Digital-Radio MP3 128 kbps
Go Radio Glasgow MP3 128 kbps
Quality Radio MP3
Johnstone Sound MP3 320 kbps
Jambo! Radio MP3 192 kbps
HBSA Hospital Radio MP3 128 kbps
Heart FM Glasgow AAC 48 kbps
Sunny G Community Radio community MP3 320 kbps
Radio Buena Vida community radio, music MP3 192 kbps
100.8 Home Radio MP3

Museums in Dundonald

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ayr Through the Ages - The Heritage Hub
Bachelor's Club
Batchelor's Club
Big Idea
Burns Cottage
Burns House Museum
Dean Castle Country Park Rural Life Centre
Dick Institute
Dundonald Castle Vistor Centre
Glasgow Museums Resource Centre
Kelburn Museum
North Ayrshire Heritage Centre
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
Scottish Maritime Museum
Scottish Maritime Museum Puffer Café and Shop
Wellwood Burns Centre and Museum

Libraries in Dundonald

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alloway Library0.0
Andrew Fisher Library0.0
Barrhead Library0.0
Beith Library0.0
Bellfield Community Library0.0
Bourtreehill Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Dalry Library0.0
Dreghorn Library0.0
Forehill Branch Library0.0
Foxbar Library0.0
Glenburn Library0.0
Hurlford Community Library0.0
Irvine Library0.0
Kilbirnie Library0.0
Kilwinning Library0.0
Lochwinnoch Library0.0
Maybole Library0.0
Neilston Library0.0
Prestwick Library0.0
Springside Library and Community Centre0.0
Stevenston Library0.0
The Lorimer Library0.0
Troon Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Dundonald

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kilmarnock Indoor Market

Castles in Dundonald

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auchans
Dundonald Castle

Stadiums & Teams in Dundonald

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Dundonald

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Newmilns Snow & Sports Complex 0.0 $0
Snow Factor 0.0 $0

Airports Near Dundonald

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Benston Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blair Drummond Private AirstripSmall Airport
Buchlyvie AirstripSmall Airport
Bute AirfieldSmall Airport
Carlung FarmSmall Airport
Castle Kennedy AirfieldSmall Airport
Cumbernauld AirportSmall Airport
Glenswinton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Kier Garden AirstripSmall Airport
Kilkerran ULSmall Airport
Lennox Plunton AirstripSmall Airport
Mayfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Nethershields Farm AirstripSmall Airport
New Grimmet Farm AirstripSmall Airport
South Barnbeth Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Strathaven AirfieldSmall Airport
Thornhill AirfieldSmall Airport
Wigtown AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dundonald

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dundonald Parish Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dundonald

What is the population of Dundonald?

Dundonald has a population of 2,670 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 432 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Dundonald expensive to live in?

The median household income is $54,707, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,941 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,368 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Dundonald?

Dundonald has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.9 inches.

How is the job market in Dundonald?

Dundonald has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,052. There are 243 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dundonald?

The median home value in Dundonald is $214,941. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,368. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Dundonald?

50.0% of adults in Dundonald hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Dundonald?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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